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Denier - Philibert I 1st type ND
| Billon | 0.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Duchy of Savoy (Savoy (France), French States) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Philibert I the Hunter (1472-1482) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1472-1482 |
| Value | 1 Denier (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Livre |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#138513 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with + in first and fourth angles.
Script: Latin
Lettering: ✠ SABAVDIE • ET • P
Unabridged legend: Sabaudie et princeps
Translation: ... of Savoy and Prince [of Piedmont].
Comment
Punctuation separating the initials of the engraver by two superimposed rings (at the end of the obverse legend).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Philibert I, who was the Duke of Savoy from 1472 until his death in 1482. During his reign, he sought to strengthen the economy of the Duchy of Savoy and promote trade, which led to the minting of coins like this denier. The coin's design features an image of Philibert I on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the duke's authority and the Christian faith. Despite being made of billon, a copper and silver alloy, the coin was still considered a valuable form of currency during its time. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and rarity.
